Robin's Nest is a British sitcom starring Richard O'Sullivan as Robin Tripp, one of the lead characters in the sitcom, Man About The House, which had ended on 7 April 1976. It aired for six series from 11 January 1977 to 31 March 1981, and co-starred Tessa Wyatt as Robin's girlfriend - and later wife - Vicky, and Tony Britton as her father. It was made by Thames Television and aired on ITV.
Robin's Nest (Season 1)
Sleeping Partners (Episode 1)
Writer: Johnnie Mortimer
Air date: 1977-01-11
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Now a fully qualified but unemployed chef, Robin Tripp harbours dreams of opening his own bistro. He is helped by his girlfriend Vicky Nicholls — but hindered by her father James.
The Bistro Kids (Episode 2)
Writer: Johnnie Mortimer
Air date: 1977-01-18
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Opening day approaches at the bistro and Robin has problems with a stuffed bear, half a pig and a Public Health Inspector.
A Little Competition (Episode 3)
Writer: Johnnie Mortimer
Air date: 1977-01-25
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Robin knew he'd have competition from the restaurant next door, but it turns out to be worse than expected.
The Maternal Triangle (Episode 4)
Writer: Johnnie Mortimer
Air date: 1977-02-01
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Robin is not keen to meet Vicky's mother, since he's heard she has a nasty habit of hitting people on the nose. The new dish washer thinks he can cope single-handed, but Vicky isn't sure.
Piggy in the Middle (Episode 5)
Writer: Johnnie Mortimer
Air date: 1977-02-08
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Vicky's father decides the restaurant needs some splashes of colour on the walls. Fortunately, he's romantically involved with a young female artist who thinks he is up to the job...
A Matter of Note (Episode 6)
Writer: Johnnie Mortimer
Air date: 1977-02-15
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When a counterfeit ten pound note finds its way into the bistro till, Robin must attend a police ID parade. But he picks the wrong man and worries about sparking off an underworld vendetta...
Oh Happy Day (Episode 7)
Writer: Johnnie Mortimer
Air date: 1977-02-22
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Vicky wonders whether it's time to tie the knot with Robin. A quiet wedding for two is planned, but Nicholls has other plans.
Seasons
Episodes 7
Episodes 6
Episodes 13
Episodes 8
Episodes 7
Episodes 7